afterthought

Meanings

• Noun

  A thought or idea that comes to one's mind after a period of reflection or consideration.

  - "After pondering the situation, I had an afterthought that we should consider hiring a consultant."
  - "Despite her initial decision, she had an afterthought that she might have made a mistake."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈæft.ɚ.θɔt/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with afterthought
thought , brought , fought , plought , smought

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Variants

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afterthought , afterthoughts

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Etymology

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The term 'afterthought' is derived from the Old English word 'afterthot,' which means 'thought that comes after.'

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Trivia

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1. The term 'afterthought' was first used in English literature in the 15th century.

2. In psychology, an afterthought is also referred to as a post-decisional thought.

3. The phrase 'have a word after dinner' means to have a serious conversation or discussion after a meal.

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Related Concepts

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1. Introspection: The act of examining one's own thoughts and feelings in order to gain insight and understanding.

2. Reflection: The act of pondering or contemplating an idea or experience in order to gain new insights or perspectives.

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Culture

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In literature, afterthoughts are often depicted as moments of introspection and reflection, where characters reconsider their decisions or actions. In art, afterthoughts can be represented as visual or emotional reactions to a work, often conveyed through subtext or symbolism.

How to Memorize "afterthought"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the word 'afterthought.' Imagine the word 'after' representing something that comes 'after,' and 'thought' representing an idea or concept.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'afterthought' with the idea of reflection or introspection, or with the image of a light bulb turning on above someone's head.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'After Thoughts Help Us Reflect' to remember the definition of afterthought.

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